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New allegations

KIEREN FALLON was facing more controversy last night after he was alleged to have told undercover newspaper investigators that his horse would lose, one hour before last Tuesday’s 3.30pm at Lingfield.

Fallon is already facing a 21-day suspension from the Jockey Club for the way his mount Ballinger Ridge, way out in front, slowed up in the closing stages of the race, allowing Rye to pass him. But according to today’s News of the World, Fallon told reporters, posing as wealthy punters looking for inside betting information, that Rye would win the race.

Fallon is reported to have claimed to investigators that he could give information as long as they didn’t pay him directly. He is quoted as saying: “It’s not illegal for you, it’s illegal for us. As long as you don’t give me money. If you give me one pound, a bottle of wine, I accept a present,